Business Community Expo:
Saturday, October 3
Pet Blessing:
Sunday, October 4
Bike Club Screening:
Thursday, October 8
Saturday, October 3
CROP Hunger Walk
The CROP (Communities Responding to Overcome Poverty) walk will be held at Cantiague Park, Hicksville. Check-in is 10 to 11 a.m. The walk begins at 11 a.m. Contact Rose Mattei at 808-3695.
Walk to Remember
In recognition of National Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness month, which aims to increase the community’s understanding of the grief associated with the loss of an unborn or newborn child, Winthrop-University Hospital’s Perinatal Bereavement Team will host the Sixth Annual Walk to Remember at 9 a.m. at Field 5 of Eisenhower Park, East Meadow. This event enables parents, relatives and friends who have lost a child due to pregnancy complications, stillbirth, early infant loss or fetal abnormalities to walk in remembrance of their loved one. The day includes a light breakfast, a candlelight memorial service and the opportunity for parents to create a personal memory page for inclusion in Winthrop’s Memory Scrapbook. A donation of $15 per person is requested; children under 12 years of age may participate for free. The funds raised will support the work of Winthrop’s Perinatal Bereavement Team. For registration information or to make a donation, call Eileen Magri 663-2984 or send e-mail to: emagri@winthrop.org.
Business Community Expo
Presented by the Levittown Chamber of Commerce from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Veterans Memorial Park (in front of the Levittown Library), Hempstead Tpke. at Shelter Lane, Levittown. Exhibits, giveaways, entertainment. Join the scavenger hunt Oct. 4 through Oct. 18. Meet Levittown Lucy and get your scavenger hunt book at the chamber table. There is a Chamber expo passport prize drawing, child safety fingerprinting and Town of Hempstead Passport Shop.
Blessing of the Animals
At 1 p.m. at St. Francis Polish National Catholic Church, 1752 Harton Ave., East Meadow. The special blessings of creatures great and small will be held inside the church. Call 794-5189.
Giant Yard Sale
From 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the East Meadow Fire Dept. Station #4, Carman Ave. and Salisbury Park Dr. Call 542-0584 for more information. Rain date: Oct. 4.
Tribute to Cold War Veterans
At 11 a.m. at the American Airpower Museum at Republic Airport, 1230 New Hwy., Farmingdale, Cold War veterans from throughout the region are invited to stand with U.S. Congressman Steve Israel, History Channel’s Chief Historian Dr. Libby O’Connell and Stop & Shop Supermarkets as they pay public tribute to those who served during the Cold War.
Business Expo
The Levittown Chamber of Commerce is kicking off its 50th anniversary with a two-week scavenger hunt beginning at its Business Expo. The Business Expo is free for the chamber members and will take place from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Levittown Veterans Memorial Park.
Brain Aneurysm Awareness Walk
Two mile walk/4 mile run will be held rain or shine at Jones Beach Field 5, theater parking lot, Wantagh. Registration starts at 8:30 a.m. Start time is 10 a.m. Entry fee of $25 includes cost of parking, T-shirt and snack. To register, send name, age, email address, address, T-shirt size (adult sizes: M, L, XL), mention 2 mile walk or 4 mile run and mail to: Brain Aneurysm Foundation, 269 Hanover St., Building 3, Hanover, MA 02339, call 781-826-5556 or 888-272-4602 or online wwww.bafound.org and create your own webpage. All proceeds will go to the Brain Aneurysm Foundation.
Garage Sale/Bake Shop
To raise funds and awareness for Soldiers’ Angels, a volunteer led non profit 501(c)(3) organization with over 1,200 volunteers in this area. Their mission is to aid and comfort to the men and women of the Army, Marines, Navy, Air Force, Coast Guard and their families. 100 percent of the proceeds will benefit Soliders’ Angels. The event will be held at the First Baptist Church, 66 Clark Ave., Massapequa. To donate an item call 209-9687. Go to SOLDIERSANGELS.ORG.
Sunday, October 4
Our Heroes Night Out Fundraiser for Homeless Vets
From 3 to 7 p.m. Center Lane Pizza and MisMatch and YooHoo the clowns will be hosting a fundraiser at the Center Lane Pizza, Levittown. Twenty percent of the profits will go towards Our Heroes Night Out – a program that provides events for the homeless veterans. There will be lots of fun entertainment for the family. Face painting, balloons, cotton candy magic show and other fun surprises. Bring a food item and receive $1 off purchase. Food will go to a local food pantry. Sponsorships or donations are also welcome. Call Carol 579-6524 for more details.
Pet Blessing
Creatures and pets of all sizes along with a stuffed animal or two will be blessed for the Church of St. Jude’s Sixth Annual St. Francis Day festivities to be held at 4 p.m., rain or shine, at the church, 3606 Lufberry Ave., south of Jerusalem Ave., 2 and one half blocks east of Wantagh Ave., Wantagh. Ample parking is available behind the church. The blessing will take place in the St. Francis Memorial Garden in the rear of the parish parking lot. The Town of Hempstead Animal Shelter will be in attendance and bring pets for adoption. There will be door prizes and refreshments for pets and their owners. Free and open to the public and individuals from all faiths. Call 221-2505.
Hicksville UMC Off-Broadway Holding Auditions
Hicksville United Methodist Church Off-Broadway will hold auditions for its fourth annual production, Into the Woods, on Oct. 4 at 2 p.m. and Oct. 8 at 7:30 p.m. Callbacks, if necessary, will be on Oct. 11 at 3 p.m. All roles are open. Auditions will be held at Hicksville UMC, 130 West Old Country Rd., (between Route 106/107). Prepare an audition song to showcase vocal abilities that isn’t difficult for the accompanist to sight-read. For more information, contact Dan Kani, producer, at bioteacher81@aol.com.
Antiques, Collectibles, Handcrafts Flea Market
Sponsored by the Bellmore Lions Club from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Bellmore LIRR station at Bedford Ave. and Sunrise Hwy., Bellmore. The money raised will go to local charities. To be a vendor call 785-0222. Also on Oct. 11.
Monday, October 5
Black and White Conversion
The Photoshop manual states that there are over a dozen ways to convert a digital image to black and white and each monthly magazine seems to have an article about a new (and usually more complicated) way. This show tries to simplify black and white conversion by way of a slide show presentation followed by a live Photoshop demonstration. Dick Hunt will also touch on toning, spot toning, pseudo infra-red and explain why some of the latest CS tools and camera raw may not be the best thing for you to use. 8 to 10 p.m. at the Levittown Library, 1 Bluegrass Ln., Levittown. Call 505-0684.
Dahlia Club Meeting and Class
Learn how to dig and store your dahlia tubers successfully at a 7 p.m. Dahlia 101 class. A hands-on workshop on preparing tubers for storage will follow at the 8 p.m. meeting. Mid Island Dahlia Society from 7 to 9:30 p.m. at the Church of the Advent, 555 Advent St., Westbury. Free. Visit midislanddahlia.com or call 631-266-3354 for details.
Tuesday, October 6
NC Legislative Candidates Forum
The League of Women Voters of East Nassau is a non-partisan advocacy organization committed to the goal of providing timely, objective, important information to the community so that the voter can take an active part in grassroots community affairs. At 7:30 p.m., the LWV is holding a NC Legislative Candidates Forum at the Plainview-Old Bethpage Public Library, 999 Old Country Rd., Plainview. The following candidates have been invited to participate: 14 LD: David Mejias (D,I,WF), Joseph Belesi (R,C). Old Bethpage, Farmingdale, South Farmingdale, North Wantagh, East Massapequa; 16 LD: Judith A. Jacobs (D, I, WF), Rebecca Alesia (R,C). Bethpage, Cove Neck, East Norwich, Jericho, Laurel Hollow, Muttontown, Oyster Bay, Oyster Bay Cove, Plainview, Syosset, Woodbury; 17 LD: Arshad Majid (D), Rose Marie Walker (R,I,C). Bethpage, Hicksville, Island Trees, Levittown, North Massapequa, Plainedge, South Farmingdale, Syosset. Questions for the candidates will be accepted from the audience. All are welcome.
Central Nassau Chapter #1592 AARP
Meets at 1 p.m. on the first Tuesday (except July and August) of the month at Levittown Town Hall, 201 Levittown Pky. and Beech Ln., Hicksville. Anyone over the age of 50 and a national AARP member is invited to attend. For information call 794-9178. Program: Hempstead Fire Inspector Joseph Giordano will speak to members.
Thursday, October 8
Bike Club Screening
Lifelong Levittowner and 2002 DAHS graduate Matt McGregor is the director/co-writer/co-producer of the movie, Bike Club. The movie is a 20-minute comedic short about a group of misfit bike enthusiasts who aspire to march in their town’s Memorial Day Parade and was shot entirely in Levittown. There will be a private screening on from 7:30 – 9:30 p.m. at the Bellmore Theater on Petit Avenue in Bellmore. Tickets are $5. Email bikeclubmovie@gmail.com for tickets.
Saturday, October 10
Free Mammograms/Cervical Exams
To uninsured women over the age of 40 provided by the Cancer Screening Partnership at Nassau University Medical Center. Free take-home test for colorectal cancer for women 50 and over and their partners will be distributed. These services are offered in conjunction with NUMC, North Shore/LIJ Health System, Planned Parenthood, South Nassau Communities Hospital and others, starting at 8:30 a.m. at NUMC, 2201 Hempstead Tpke., East Meadow. Appointments are necessary. Only a form of identification with photograph is necessary. Call 572-3300 for appointment and exact location of screening exams. Also on Nov. 14, Dec. 12.
Craft and Vendor Fair
At Christ the King Episcopal Church, 2408 Fifth St., East Meadow, from 10 a.m. to 4p.m. Lunch available. Call 731-3902 or 214-4217.
Senior Center Bazaar
Jewelry, crafts, Sorry table, home baked goodies, grandma’s table, knitting, raffles and prizes galore. All welcome. Come and enjoy. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Levittown Senior Center, 555 N. Newbridge Rd. Call 433-5454.
Sunday, October 11
Food Allergy and Anaphylaxis Network’s Walk
The 5th Annual Food Allergy and Anaphylaxis Network’s Walk for Food Allergy: Moving Toward A Cure will raise funds that are vitally needed to support FAAN’s mission. Hundreds of participants are expected to do the three-mile walk with family teams, school teams, company teams, or as individuals. With The Biggest Loser Season 4 Twin Jim Germanakos, a D.J., carnival booths, moon bounce, face painting and fantastic raffle items, there will be fun activities for everyone. Healthy refreshments will be available. Noon to 4 p.m. Registration at noon. Starting time 1:15 p.m. at Eisenhower Park, Hempstead Tpke., East Meadow, Parking Field 6/6A. Pre-registration is easy online at www.foodallergywalk.org. Sign up to be a team leader and invite family, friends, neighbors, and business associates to join your team. Or call 800-929-4040.
Tuesday, October 13
Defensive Driving
Sponsored by the Community Center of Plainview-Old Bethpage and the N.Y.S.P. State approved for insurance and point reduction. Oct. 13 and 20 from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. at the Plainview Middle School, Central Park Rd. To register call 1-516-495-4786. There is a connection problem in some areas of Nassau County. You must dial 1-516 first even if that is your area code.
Wednesday, October 14
Brain Tumor Support Group
The Guardian Brain Foundation Support Group for survivors and their family members will be held from 7 to 9 p.m. at the North Bellmore Library, 1551 Newbridge Rd., N. Bellmore. Facilitator Donna Vignola, MSW, LCSW. Call 631-271-3292. Go to www.guardianbrain.org. Also on Nov. 5, Dec. 3.
Friday, October 16
Wellness Program Grand Opening Celebration
At Maestro Music Making and Wellness Center for the Lowrey Wellness Program from 3 to 6 p.m. The center is located at 160 Center Ln. There will be free games, prizes, lite refreshments and plenty of music just for stopping by. Interested senior citizens will be able to see how this program is specifically designed with them in mind. For further information on the Wellness Program contact: Anthony Cozzolino 917-327-8071 or e-mail @ acozz333@mac.com.
Barn Dance
The Columbiettes of Joseph Barry Knights of Columbus, 45 Heitz Pl., will be having a Barn Dance on Oct. 16 at 8 p.m. Cost $25 per person. Partners are not required. Chicken and ribs, beer, wine and soda. “Dance All Night” with Larry Moser. Reservations are required. Call 334-7255 or 822-7605.
Saturday, October 17
Church Fair/Open House
October will prove to be an interesting month at the Levittown Community Church. While there will be a table at the Levittown Fire Prevention Open House on Oct. 16 at the Gardiner’s Avenue Firehouse, the following day the Levittown Community Church will feature a Church Fair and Open House from 11a.m. to 3 p.m. Come see the church and Sunday School and be a part of the hospitality and spirituality. The adjoining school, The Elijah School, will also be open at the same time for those interested. The Church is located at 100 Periwinkle Rd. For more information, call the office or the Reverend Dr. Joseph Cusack 735-6550.
Upcoming Events
At Good Shepherd Lutheran Church
Located at 3434 Hempstead Tpke. The following events are offered:
• The Pioneer Club is up and running every Wednesday at 6:15. The Pioneer Club is on the order of the Boy Scouts/ Girl Scouts. It’s open to different age groups. For more information and/or an application contact 516-731-7387.
• The Pumpkin Patch is back. The church is holding its Seventh Annual Pumpkin Patch. Come by to find your own “Great Pumpkin,” take some pictures and have some fun. There are many beautiful pumpkins waiting to be picked. So come on by, Sunday through Friday from noon to 7 p.m. and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. and see if you can find the best pumpkin in the patch.
Defensive Driving Course
Save 10 percent for both collision and liability portions of your auto insurance and four negative driving points will be canceled. Oct. 23 and 30 at St. James Parish, 80 Hicksville Rd., Seaford, from 7 to 10 p.m. You must attend both sessions. Call 735-8690.
Defensive Driving Course
Offered by the Empire Safety Council. Reduce driving record by four points. Save 10 percent off car insurance premiums. The course will be held on Nov. 8 at 10 a.m. at Temple B’nai Torah, 2900 Jerusalem Ave., Wantagh (corner of Oakfield and Jerusalem); (221-2370). Tuition: $50 per person (bring a blank check on day of class). Tuition includes all classroom materials, student workbook, DMV transmittal to record completion on each student’s driving record and a tamper-proof certificate mailed to each student for insurance-reduction purposes. For details and reservations, call Max Gershfeld, course instructor, 695-5952. Sponsored by the Brotherhood of Temple B’Nai Torah.
